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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TOJMOT history

LB08 TOJ is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 105,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2024
Mileage
105,312 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TOJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TOJ was last recorded at 105,312 miles on 27 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Sept 2023: 105,312 miles, lower than 115,018 miles on 11 Jul 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,018 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Average per year
5,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,312 miles
  • 2022 – 100,579 miles
  • 2021 – 94,281 miles
  • 2019 – 84,286 miles
  • 2018 – 73,423 miles
  • 2017 – 66,873 miles
  • 2016 – 65,466 miles
  • 2015 – 60,129 miles
  • 2014 – 53,946 miles
  • 2013 – 49,536 miles
  • 2012 – 44,531 miles
  • 2011 – 39,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,312 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,312 miles (-9,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,312 miles
    Test number
    782742353616
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail115,018 miles (+9,769)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,018 miles
    Test number
    256385230141
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed emission not tested due to engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail105,249 miles (+276)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,249 miles
    Test number
    220458773820
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine misfire and lambda too high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded suspension sitting down (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,973 miles (+4,394)2 dangerous7 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,973 miles
    Test number
    723631703381
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail support arm (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail support arm (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Jue to missfire and oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Caliper anti rattle clip missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,579 miles (+6,298)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,579 miles
    Test number
    289733884718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (lower suspension arm / wheel hub bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear caliper retaining / anti rattle spring missing
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndershields and covers fitted preventing full inspection of underside and brake pipes

  6. Pass94,281 miles (+9,995)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,281 miles
    Test number
    582127037548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,286 miles (+3,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    589368023121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass80,689 miles (+7,266)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,689 miles
    Test number
    365395297177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear calliper spring missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,423 miles (+6,550)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,423 miles
    Test number
    886577333585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,873 miles (+1,407)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,873 miles
    Test number
    696337143956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,466 miles (+1,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,466 miles
    Test number
    814538398351
    • AdvisoryDiscs worn
    • AdvisoryPads low
    • AdvisorySlight wear rear tyres on edges

  12. Pass64,289 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,289 miles
    Test number
    615151838068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,129 miles (+6,183)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,129 miles
    Test number
    875491435107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,946 miles (+4,410)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,946 miles
    Test number
    995018604125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,536 miles (+5,005)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,536 miles
    Test number
    229731023476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,531 miles (+5,340)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,531 miles
    Test number
    676372822191
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHT WEAR EDGE OF TREAD,205/55R16V (RUNFLATS)

  17. Pass39,191 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,191 miles
    Test number
    468972531186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail39,191 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,191 miles
    Test number
    306392931110
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 TOJ

Does LB08 TOJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TOJ expired on 26 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TOJ?
The MOT on LB08 TOJ expired on 26 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TOJ done?
LB08 TOJ was recorded at 105,312 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2023, an average of 5,342 miles a year.
Has LB08 TOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TOJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 TOJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Sept 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 TOJ find?
LB08 TOJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms corroded.

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